Chapter 244 Come on stage with me
A few minutes ago.
The US Secretary of State was struggling to suppress his intense drowsiness, his eyes fixed intently on the live broadcast of the Spring Festival Gala.
Jet lag, combined with staying up all night, made the US Secretary of State feel extremely exhausted!
As time ticked by slowly, second by second.
Every minute felt like torture to him!
His patience was like a candle about to burn out, gradually being worn away.
He was filled with confusion, complaining incessantly in his heart:
"They said this Spring Festival Gala wouldn't be simple... but why, after watching for so long, has nothing special happened?"
"Could it be that I'm overthinking things?"
He shifted his gaze away from the screen and looked around, only to find that everyone was still intently watching the Spring Festival Gala program on the screens in front of them.
They were in an outdoor venue; even though everyone was wearing thick clothing, they could still feel the biting chill.
This cold environment, combined with the seemingly mundane program, made for a truly poor experience, making him feel increasingly irritable.
It wasn't until the clock struck midnight that the melodious and solemn chimes echoed through the night sky, and the host, with a smile, passionately announced the arrival of the new year.
At this moment, the Secretary of State finally couldn't hold it in anymore!
A nameless rage welled up in his heart.
Just as he had said before, before being invited to attend this Spring Festival Gala, he had truly watched the live broadcasts of previous years' Spring Festival Galas!
According to past experience, this was the point where the Spring Festival Gala program officially ended.
He had already prepared to stand up and complete the so-called "closing ceremony," even if it seemed somewhat inexplicable.
"So, in the end, did I really just come here to watch a Spring Festival Gala???"
"I spent 300 billion USD, just to watch a Spring Festival Gala?"
He roared angrily in his heart!
Those 300 billion USD were like a red-hot branding iron, searing his heart and causing him immense pain.
However, just as he was filled with resentment!
The host spoke again!
The voice came through the speakers clearly:
"Dear audience members in front of your television sets, please don't go away. We are very excited to tell you that tonight's program is not over yet; the real finale is about to begin!"
The US Secretary of State was stunned. His previous annoyance and pain vanished, replaced by full anticipation and excitement!
It's here, is it finally coming!
His intuition told him that the "special program" prepared by the Dragon Kingdom was finally about to debut!
What kind of program would it be?
Various guesses flashed through his mind.
Could it be the launch ceremony for the power generation network?
He pondered to himself.
If that were the case, that would be great.
In this way, we could confirm that the Dragon Kingdom is truly caught in an energy crisis, which would allow us to occupy a favorable position in subsequent games!
The more he thought about it, the more he felt this was possible; the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and his eyes were full of anticipation.
And just at this moment, the screen in front of him slowly rose!
The sound of machinery operating was exceptionally clear in the silent night sky.
The surrounding camera crew also began to get busy!
Various equipment was quickly adjusted into position, and the lenses were aimed at the center of the stage.
Suddenly, a roaring sound came from the sky. Everyone looked up and saw that the Individual Combat Mecha were deployed.
These mecha streaked across the sky in cool trajectories, flying toward the stage.
The US Secretary of State was startled, his body trembling slightly.
It wasn't that he hadn't seen this kind of mecha before!
In fact, he had a deep impression of these mecha; back then, the attempt to dismantle one had caused quite a stir, directly leading to their factory almost being blown up!
And the reason he was so shocked was that the Dragon Kingdom had actually deployed mecha during such a nationwide celebratory Spring Festival Gala occasion.
However, this was not what shocked him the most!
Subsequently, when the mecha got closer, his pupils instantly dilated!
Only then did he discover that these mecha seemed to be carrying something.
At first, he thought it was a weapon and was alarmed, but upon closer inspection, his eyes widened, his face full of disbelief.
It wasn't a weapon! To be precise... it was a camera!
What are these mecha carrying cameras for?
So you guys are cameramen!
Using such expensive mecha as cameramen!
You Dragon Kingdom people are really generous!
He even thought he was hallucinating from staying up all night!
In fact, he wasn't!
Those were indeed mecha carrying cameras!
The Secretary of State couldn't help but curse in his heart; this scene was simply too far beyond his expectations!
This move by the Dragon Kingdom left him a bit confused.
At the same time, as the big screen in front of them slowly retracted, a brand-new stage appeared before everyone's eyes.
Behind the stage was the massive manufacturing plant of the Longhang Shipyard!
At this moment, that magnificent shipyard had effectively become the backdrop for this stage.
Bright lights shone onto the stage from every angle!
Illuminating the entire stage as if it were broad daylight.
In the very center of the stage, a one-meter-high pillar stood there!
On top of the pillar was a huge circular button, which, under the lights, shimmered with a mysterious metallic luster.
The US Secretary of State was completely dumbfounded; he stared blankly at the button, his mind in chaos.
He really couldn't understand why the Dragon Kingdom would set up a button here!
What was this button for?
Countless questions swirled in his mind.
Finally, he had an idea!
"Could it be... the power switch for the Dragon Kingdom's power generation network?"
He thought of this possibility again, and the more he thought about it, the more reasonable it seemed!
In his heart, he was basically seven or eight parts sure!
Just as he was letting his imagination run wild, the host's passionate voice rang out again:
"We invite our representative to come on stage and press this button that symbolizes the start of a new era for the Dragon Kingdom and a new era for humanity!"
The Secretary of State sneered and thought to himself:
"A new era for the Dragon Kingdom is one thing, but a new era for humanity? They really know how to exaggerate!"
"A power generation network acting as an energy substitute can at most supply your own Dragon Kingdom; wanting to supply all of humanity? Give me a break!"
However, he still wore that cheerful expression on his face, not wanting anyone to see his true inner thoughts.
At this moment, the camera focused on Elder Qin.
Elder Qin's dignified and solemn figure appeared on camera. He stood up slowly, his steady movements seemingly carrying an invisible aura, causing everyone present to subconsciously hold their breath.
Immediately after, enthusiastic applause rang out like thunder. Everyone was clapping for him, expressing their respect for this highly esteemed elder.
Su Chen was also in the crowd, clapping along with everyone else, his eyes also filled with respect for Elder Qin.
However, right after that, Elder Qin whispered to him:
"You brat, come up on stage with me..."